JP2020064997A - Electronic apparatus - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide an electronic apparatus having drip-proof constitution capable of maintaining excellent quality of outward appearance.SOLUTION: An electronic apparatus is configured to have an accessory attached in a detachable state, and has a storage part in which the accessory can be stored, a connection part connectable to an external terminal, an exterior member comprising an opening for inserting the accessory into the storage part and a connection region provided on an appearance surface adjoining the opening and having the connection part arranged, and a holding member for fixing the exterior member to a main body of the electronic apparatus. The exterior member has a drip-proof member comprising a first drip-proof part for making the storage part drip-proof, a second drip-proof part for making the connection region drip-proof, and a connection drip-proof part connecting the first drip-proof part and second drip-proof part, and the holding member holds the exterior member against reaction force of the first drip-proof part such that the opening is at a predetermined position.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

  The present invention relates to an electronic device, and more particularly to an electronic device having a drip-proof structure.

  Conventionally, electronic devices having a drip-proof structure have been proposed. Patent Document 1 discloses an electronic device that secures drip-proof property by pressing a plurality of drip-proof members arranged in an internal housing with a cover.

JP, 2013-21005, A

  However, in the electronic device of Patent Document 1, since the plurality of drip-proof members are pressed by the cover, the cover is deformed by the repulsive force of the drip-proof member, the joint of the cover is widened, or the cover itself is deformed, There is concern that the appearance quality of electronic devices may be impaired.

  An object of the present invention is to provide an electronic device having a drip-proof structure capable of maintaining good appearance quality.

  An electronic device according to one aspect of the present invention is an electronic device to which an accessory is detachably attached, and has a storage unit that can store the accessory, a connection unit that can be connected to an external terminal, and an accessory that is inserted into the storage unit. And an external member that is provided on an external surface adjacent to the opening and has a connection region in which the connecting portion is arranged, and a holding member that fixes the external member to the main body of the electronic device. Then, the exterior member has a first drip-proof part for drip-proofing the storage part, a second drip-proof part for drip-proofing the connection region, and a connection drip-proof part for connecting the first drip-proof part and the second drip-proof part. The holding member holds the exterior member against the reaction force of the first drip-proof portion such that the opening is located at a predetermined position.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to provide an electronic device having a drip-proof structure capable of maintaining good appearance quality.

It is an external view of an imaging device which is an example of an electronic device according to an embodiment of the present invention. It is explanatory drawing of a terminal cover. It is an explanatory view of an exterior part. It is explanatory drawing of the fixed positioning method of a terminal cover. It is explanatory drawing of a battery.

  Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. In each drawing, the same reference numerals are given to the same members, and duplicated description will be omitted.

  First, with reference to FIG. 1, an external appearance of an imaging device 1 which is an example of the electronic apparatus according to the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 1 is an external view of the image pickup apparatus 1. FIG. 1A shows the appearance of the image pickup apparatus 1, and FIG. 1B is an exploded perspective view of the main parts of the image pickup apparatus 1. In the present embodiment, an imaging device will be described as an example of the electronic device, but the present invention is not limited to this. The present invention is also applicable to other electronic devices such as portable electronic terminals to which accessories are detachably attached. The accessory that is detachably attached to the electronic device is, for example, a battery or a recording medium. In the present embodiment, a case where the battery 10 is attached to the imaging device 1 as an accessory will be described.

  The image pickup apparatus 1 can acquire an image of a subject by an image pickup element (not shown) and record it as digital data. A terminal cover (exterior member) 2 is arranged on the side surface of the image pickup apparatus 1. The terminal cover 2 is provided with an external terminal connection port 24 described later and a battery insertion port (opening) 25 for inserting the battery 10. The terminal cover 2 is fixed to the main body 7 of the image pickup apparatus 1 by a plurality of screws (fastening members) 22 and step screws 23 (holding members). The terminal cap 21 is attached on the terminal cover 2 and seals an external terminal connection port 24 described later. A front cover 3 is provided on the subject side of the imaging device 1, a rear cover 4 is provided on the back side, an upper cover 5 is provided on the upper surface, and a bottom cover 6 is provided on the lower surface, and they are fixed to the main body 7 by screws (not shown).

  Next, the details of the terminal cover 2 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram of the terminal cover 2. FIG. 2A is a perspective view of the terminal cover 2 as seen from the exterior side, and FIG. 2B is a perspective view of the terminal cover 2 as seen from the inside.

  The terminal cover 2 is a component in which the resin cover 200 and the drip-proof member 210 are molded as an integral component by a two-color molding die. In the present embodiment, the resin cover 200 is a thermoplastic resin such as polycarbonate, and the drip-proof member 210 is a thermoplastic elastomer.

  An external terminal connection area (connection area) 240 in which an external terminal connection port (connection portion) 24 that can be connected to a plurality of external terminals is formed is provided on the outer surface of the upper portion of the terminal cover 2. The external terminal connection port 24 is connected to a terminal of an accessory such as a USB cable, an HDMI (registered trademark) cable, a microphone, and a remote controller that exchanges information with the image pickup apparatus 1 or extends the function of the image pickup apparatus 1. It A rib that fits into the terminal cap 21 is provided around the external terminal connection port 24. The terminal cap 21 seals the external terminal connection port 24 to prevent water droplets or the like from entering.

  A battery insertion opening 25 for inserting the battery 10 is provided in the lower portion of the terminal cover 2 adjacent to the external terminal connection region 240. The battery 10 is inserted through the battery insertion opening 25 and is housed in a battery chamber (housing portion) 8 formed by the front cover 3, the rear cover 4, and the bottom cover 6. The battery 10 supplies electric power to the imaging device 1 via a battery side connector 12 and a main body side connector 13, which will be described later, while being housed in the battery chamber 8. A battery insertion port peripheral portion 250 is provided around the battery insertion port 25. The battery insertion opening peripheral portion 250 contacts a battery drip-proof member 111, which will be described later, and seals between the battery 10 and the imaging device 1. Two battery guides (guide portions) 251 are provided near the battery insertion opening 25. The battery guide 251 contacts the battery rail portion (guide groove) 14 provided in the battery 10 when the battery 10 is inserted, and regulates the position of the battery 10 so that the battery side connector 12 and the main body side connector 13 are fitted properly. To do. Between the battery guides 251, step screw fastening portions 26 into which the step screws 23 are fitted are provided.

  The drip-proof member 210 is provided along the outer periphery of the terminal cover 2 in the hatched area of FIG. The drip-proof member 210 connects the first drip-proof part 211 surrounding the battery insertion port 25, the second drip-proof part 212 surrounding the external terminal connection region 240, and the first drip-proof part 211 and the second drip-proof part 212. The connecting drip-proof portion 213 is configured to The connection drip-proof portion 213 is provided at a step portion between the external terminal connection region 240 and the battery insertion port 25. That is, the first drip-proof part 211 and the second drip-proof part 212 are arranged at different positions in the insertion direction of the battery 10.

  Here, the relationship between the shape of the battery 10 and the terminal cover 2 will be described. A battery cover 11 is integrally attached to the battery 10. In order to increase the capacity of the battery 10, the battery 10 is upsized to a limit size that can be stored in the battery chamber 8. Therefore, the battery cover 11 also has a large shape including the corner of the image pickup apparatus 1. Therefore, the R shape 110 is provided at the end of the battery cover 11. The R shape 110 has a sufficiently large curved surface, which can reduce discomfort when the user touches it, and can prevent cracks and the like when a strong external force is applied. When the battery 10 is smaller than the image pickup apparatus 1, the battery cover 11 does not extend to the end of the image pickup apparatus 1, so that it is not necessary to provide the R shape 110. In the present embodiment, since the large R shape 110 is provided as described above, it is necessary to make the thickness of the battery cover 11 larger than the thickness of the R shape 110. As described above, since the terminal cover 2 is provided with the stepped portion between the external terminal connection region 240 and the battery insertion port 25, the battery cover 11 having a large thickness does not protrude from the image pickup apparatus 1 and the battery 10 is prevented. Can be stored. That is, the battery 10 increased in size to obtain a large capacity can be housed in the imaging device 1 without causing a step or the like due to the step provided on the terminal cover 2.

  Next, the drip-proof construction of the terminal cover 2 and each cover such as the front cover 3 and the rear cover 4 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram of the exterior component. In FIG. 3, only the terminal cover 2 and the front cover 3 are shown for the sake of clarity. 3B to 3D are enlarged cross-sectional views taken along the lines AA, BB, and CC of FIG. 3A, respectively.

  As shown in FIG. 3 (b), the first drip-proof portion 211 is pressed against the elastomer contact surface 311 provided on the front cover 3 to be deformed, and is brought into close contact without a gap. This can prevent water droplets or the like from entering between the first drip-proof portion 211 and the front cover 3. In this state, the terminal cover 2 receives the reaction force of the first drip-proof portion 211 in the X direction.

  As shown in FIG. 3C, the second drip-proof portion 212 is pressed against the elastomer abutting portion 312 provided on the front cover 3 to be deformed, so that the second drip-proof portion 212 is brought into close contact with no gap. This can prevent water droplets or the like from entering between the second drip-proof portion 211 and the front cover 3. In this state, the terminal cover 2 receives the reaction force of the second drip-proof portion 212 in the X direction.

  As shown in FIG. 3D, the connection drip-proof portion 213 is pressed against the elastomer abutting portion 313 provided on the front cover 3 to be deformed, so that the connection drip-proof portion 213 is closely attached without a gap. This can prevent water droplets or the like from entering between the connection drip-proof portion 213 and the front cover 3. In this state, the terminal cover 2 receives the reaction force of the connection drip-proof portion 213 in the Y direction. Therefore, the battery insertion opening 25 receives a force in the Y direction.

  Similarly, the drip-proof structure between the terminal cover 2 and the rear cover 4, the upper cover 5, or the bottom cover 6 is configured by pressing the drip-proof member 210 against each cover.

  As shown in FIG. 3A, a front cover drip-proof member 31 is arranged below the front cover 3. The front cover drip-proof member 31 seals between the front cover 3 and the bottom cover 6. Further, the end portion of the front cover drip-proof member 31 is in contact with the first drip-proof portion 211. With this configuration, the front cover 3 and the terminal cover 2 are completely sealed.

  Similarly, a drip-proof member is arranged on the rear cover 4, the upper cover 5, or the bottom cover 6. Each drip-proof member is configured to come into contact with the drip-proof member 210, and each cover and the terminal cover 2 can be sealed.

  Next, a method for fixing and positioning the terminal cover 2 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram of a method for fixing and positioning the terminal cover 2. FIG. 4A is a view of the terminal cover 2 as viewed from the side, showing only the necessary parts. FIG. 4B is an enlarged cross-sectional view taken along the line D-D of FIG. 4A and shows the vicinity of the fastening portion of the step screw 23.

  As described above, the terminal cover 2 is fixed to the main body 7 of the image pickup apparatus 1 by the plurality of screws 22 and the step screws 23. The screw 22 and the step screw 23 are fastened in a direction in which the first drip-proof portion 211 and the second drip-proof portion 212 are pressed. As a result, the terminal cover 2 is held at a predetermined position against the reaction force of the first drip-proof part 211 and the second drip-proof part 212, and the first drip-proof part 211 and the second drip-proof part 212 are securely held. Can be crushed. Regarding the screw 22, the terminal cover 2 is mainly lifted by the reaction force of the second drip-proof portion 212 to form a step in the cover alignment, or the second drip-proof portion 212 is not sufficiently crushed to lower the drip-proof performance. Can be prevented. Further, since the screws 22 and the step screws 23 are all assembled from the same direction, it is possible to easily perform the assembly work without changing the posture of the image pickup apparatus 1.

  The step screw 23 is fastened to the bottom cover 6 with a screw portion 232. The step screw 23 is provided with a step screw fitting portion 231. The step screw fitting portion 231 fits into a fitting hole 261 provided in the step screw fastening portion 26. Thereby, the battery insertion opening 25 is accurately positioned with respect to the bottom cover 6. As described above, the battery insertion opening 25 receives a force in the Y direction due to the reaction force of the connection drip-proof portion 213, but the step screw fitting portion 231 serves as a support to prevent the battery insertion opening 25 from being deformed in the Y direction. can do. That is, it is possible to prevent the battery insertion opening 25 from being displaced and to accurately position the battery guides 251 provided on both sides of the step screw fastening portion 26, and to insert the battery side connector 12 into the main body side when the battery 10 is inserted. The connector 13 can be surely conducted. Further, it is possible to secure the crushed amount of the connection drip-proof portion 213 and surely secure the drip-proof performance. The step screw 23 holds the terminal cover 2 against the reaction force of the first drip-proof portion 211 in the X direction by the step screw head 230. As a result, it is possible to prevent the battery insertion opening 25 from rising in the X direction, press the first drip-proof portion 211 against the elastomer contact surface 611 of the bottom cover 6, and secure the crush amount. As described above, the step screw 23 accurately determines the position of the battery insertion opening 25 in the X direction and the Y direction, ensures reliability when the battery 10 is inserted, and prevents deterioration of appearance quality such as a cover shift. You can

  Next, the relationship between the step screw 23 and the battery 10 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram of the battery 10. FIG. 5A is an external perspective view of the battery 10. FIG. 5B is a side view of the battery 10. FIG. 5C shows a state in which the battery 10 is inserted in the image pickup apparatus 1. FIG. 5D is an enlarged cross-sectional view taken along the line EE of FIG. 5C, showing the vicinity of the battery insertion port 25.

  The battery drip-proof member 111 is provided along the outer periphery of the battery cover 11. The battery drip-proof member 111 is pressed against the battery insertion port peripheral portion 250 to prevent water droplets or the like from entering between the battery cover 11 and the terminal cover 2. The battery insertion opening peripheral portion 250 is arranged around the battery insertion opening 25 with a surface having no breaks or steps. When the battery cover is formed by aligning the front cover 3 and the rear cover 4 from the front and the rear, a minute gap is generated at the contact portion of the battery drip-proof member 111 at the joint portion between the front cover 3 and the rear cover 4. , The risk of water droplets entering from there increases. In the present embodiment, by providing the terminal cover 2 with the battery insertion opening 25, it is possible to improve the drip-proof performance. Further, the battery cover 11 is provided with a battery holding claw 112. The battery holding claw 112 engages with the imaging device 1 when the battery 10 is inserted, and holds the battery 10 at a predetermined position.

  A battery-side connector 12 is provided on the surface opposite to the battery cover 11. Further, a battery rail portion 14 is provided on the bottom surface side of the battery 10. When the battery 10 is inserted, the battery rail portion 14 slides along the battery guide 251 to move the battery 10.

  Inside the battery 10, three battery cells 101 are provided. As shown in FIG. 5D, among the three battery cells 101, the center battery cell 101 is arranged at a different height from the left and right battery cells 101. A battery rail portion 14 is provided in the space below the central battery cell 101. A step screw 23 and a step screw fastening portion 26 are arranged in the space formed by providing the battery rail portion 14. By thus providing the plurality of battery cells 101 with steps, it is possible to suppress the size of the battery 10 in the front-rear direction of the imaging device 1 and suppress the increase in the front-back direction of the imaging device 1. You can Further, the battery rail portion 14 is provided in the gap between the battery cells 101, and the step screw 23 and the step screw fastening portion 26 are disposed in the space formed by providing the battery rail portion 14, thereby increasing the size of the imaging device 1. Can be suppressed. That is, without increasing the size of the imaging device 1, it is possible to improve reliability when inserting a battery, improve drip-proof performance, and improve appearance quality.

  Although the step screw 23 is used in the present embodiment, the present invention is not limited to this. The same effect can be obtained by combining the fitting protrusions and holes to support the reaction force of the drip-proof member 210.

  Further, the drip-proof member 210 may be a structure in which divided elastic members are attached without a gap, instead of the integrally molded elastomer.

  Although the preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments, and various modifications and changes can be made within the scope of the gist thereof.

1 Imaging device (electronic equipment)
2 Terminal cover (exterior member)
210 Drip-proof member 211 First drip-proof part 212 Second drip-proof part 213 Connection drip-proof part 23 Step screw (holding member)
24 External terminal connection port (connection part)
240 External terminal connection area (connection area)
25 Battery insertion port (opening)
7 Main body 8 Battery compartment 10 Battery

Claims (8)

An electronic device to which an accessory is detachably attached,
A storage unit capable of storing the accessory,
A connection part that can be connected to the external terminal,
An exterior member including an opening for inserting the accessory into the storage portion, a connection region provided on an exterior surface adjacent to the opening, and in which the connection portion is arranged,
A holding member for fixing the exterior member to the main body of the electronic device,
The exterior member connects a first drip-proof part that drip-proofs the storage part, a second drip-proof part that drip-proofs the connection region, and connects the first drip-proof part and the second drip-proof part. A drip-proof member having a connection drip-proof part,
The electronic device, wherein the holding member holds the exterior member against the reaction force of the first drip-proof portion so that the opening is located at a predetermined position.   The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the accessory is a battery.   The electronic device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the first drip-proof part and the second drip-proof part are arranged at different positions in the insertion direction of the accessory.   4. The holding member holds the exterior member against the reaction force of the connection drip-proof portion so that the opening is located at a predetermined position. Electronics.   The electronic device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the exterior member includes a guide portion that guides the accessory near the opening.   The holding member is arranged in a space formed by a guide groove provided in the accessory, which engages with the guide portion when the accessory is stored in the storage portion. The electronic device according to claim 5. The accessory includes a drip-proof member,
The said drip-proof member is arrange | positioned between the said exterior member and the said accessory, when the said accessory is accommodated in the said accommodating part, The any one of Claim 1 to 6 characterized by the above-mentioned. Electronics. Further having a fastening member for fastening the exterior member to the main body,
8. The electronic device according to claim 1, wherein the fastening member and the holding member are assembled from the same direction.